Scotch broth. Using less, not more barley, is the key for me (like 1/3 cup for 2 quarts of liquid). It was still brothy, as opposed to stodgy. Who knows what leftovers may bring. Leeks, onions, carrots, celeriac, celery all found a home.
With apologies to Joan Nathan, as well as to my maternal grandmother, I threw these together very quickly - using the French Moulinex to shred the potatoes and onion. A different style to be sure.
I may make Joan's tonight.